Published in 1814 by Thomas Egerton, sold out within six months. First critical review in 1821 by Richard Whately. Initially praised for wholesome morality, later criticized for eccentricity
Eleanor H. Porter's 1913 novel about an eleven-year-old orphan in Vermont. Pollyanna learns "The Glad Game" from her father, finding joy in every situation. The story follows Pollyanna's transformation of Beldingsville through her optimism. Pollyanna loses her legs in a car accident but learns to appreciate life's blessings
Isabel Allende's debut novel published in 1982, becoming an instant bestseller. Inspired by Allende's grandfather's death and Gabriel García Márquez's influence. Translated into over 20 languages and won Best Novel of Chile in 1982
Born in 1845 on Georgia plantation Tara to wealthy Irish and French Catholic parents. Named Katie Scarlett after father's mother, always called Scarlett. Has two sisters and three infant brothers, all buried at Tara
1966 novel by Jean Rhys, a postcolonial prequel to Jane Eyre. Story follows Antoinette Cosway's life from childhood to marriage to Mr. Rochester. Novel divided into three parts: childhood in Jamaica, honeymoon, and confinement in England
1994 six-hour miniseries based on Alexandra Ripley's book. Filmed at 53 locations in US and abroad. Broadcast on CBS in four parts November 1994